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To apologize for the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.
12/30/2022, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3872
Bill 117 HR 3872, also known as the "Italian American Restitution Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to formally apologize for the mistreatment of Italian Americans during World War II. The bill acknowledges the unjust internment, relocation, and discrimination that Italian Americans faced during this time period.
The bill aims to recognize the hardships and injustices that Italian Americans endured, including being labeled as "enemy aliens" and subjected to surveillance and harassment by the US government. It also seeks to educate the public about this dark chapter in American history and ensure that similar injustices are not repeated in the future.
If passed, the bill would provide a formal apology from the US government to Italian Americans and their descendants for the discrimination and mistreatment they faced during World War II. It would also establish a commission to study and document the experiences of Italian Americans during this time period, as well as provide recommendations for further restitution and recognition. Overall, Bill 117 HR 3872 represents a step towards acknowledging and rectifying the injustices faced by Italian Americans during World War II, and promoting reconciliation and understanding among all Americans.
The bill aims to recognize the hardships and injustices that Italian Americans endured, including being labeled as "enemy aliens" and subjected to surveillance and harassment by the US government. It also seeks to educate the public about this dark chapter in American history and ensure that similar injustices are not repeated in the future.
If passed, the bill would provide a formal apology from the US government to Italian Americans and their descendants for the discrimination and mistreatment they faced during World War II. It would also establish a commission to study and document the experiences of Italian Americans during this time period, as well as provide recommendations for further restitution and recognition. Overall, Bill 117 HR 3872 represents a step towards acknowledging and rectifying the injustices faced by Italian Americans during World War II, and promoting reconciliation and understanding among all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HR 3872
This bill declares that Congress apologizes on behalf of the nation for violations of the civil liberties and constitutional rights of Italian Americans during World War II.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3872
Bill HR 3872 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2021. Bill HR 3872 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2021. Bill HR 3872's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3872
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
34Democrat Cosponsors
26Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3872
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesPotential Impact Areas
- Conflicts and wars
- Constitution and constitutional amendments
- Europe
- First Amendment rights
- Italy
- Racial and ethnic relations
- U.S. history
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3872
To apologize for the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.
To apologize for the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3872
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